[Recommended Fix] Cadillac CTSV immobilizer flashing - code problem?

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Titanium
Member since September 2022 • 58 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Cadillac CTSV?

Posted on December 30, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Cadillac CTSV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 31, 2024

Replies (3)

Yankeezulu
Member • 77 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Cadillac CTSV.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 28 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Cadillac CTSV's key code.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
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My Cadillac CTSV is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

January 02, 2025 Reply

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